Art League Houston's mission is to cultivate awareness, appreciation, and accessibility of contemporary visual art within the community for its cultural enrichment. Founded in 1948, Art League Houston has radically evolved beyond the parameters of traditional art leagues. While keeping the core of the art league model – a robust membership deeply committed to the value of visual art in contemporary life – Art League Houston embraces 21st century approaches to curatorial programming, community-building, place-making, art education, and outreach to under-served communities. Core Values: Inclusivity: We welcome all members of our diverse community and seek opportunities for interaction and access. Art - and therefore Art League Houston - is for everyone. Creativity: We are passionate about the power of creativity to inspire individuals to action and to facilitate understanding among people. Creativity is at the heart of everything we do. Learning: We provide opportunities for people to learn about art, themselves, and each other. Learning permeates all of our programs. Service: We exist to benefit the Greater Houston community. We enrich people's lives, improve quality of life and contribute to the vitality of our city. Evolution: We change and grow with our city and the arts landscape. We look to the future while celebrating our past.